The School of Law seeks to fill the position of Director of Admissions. This position will serve as the primary recruiter and manager of the entire admissions lifecycle. Will be the point of contact through the entire admissions lifecycle. 

1. Serve as primary recruiter for SIU School of Law. 
2. Travel for recruitment events as needed. 
3. Administer the admissions lifecycle for all incoming 1L students. 
4. Supervise the Administrative Aide for Scholarships. 
5. Develop and implement all office correspondence and communications timelines through the various admissions stages (prospect, applicant, admit, deposit paid). 
6. Work with the Media specialist to develop and implement marketing strategies to promote the School of Law. 
7. Review/revise and develop admissions-related content for the School of Law website, electronic communications, and print materials. 
8. Insure that incoming students are registered correctly for the fall semester. 
9. Work with the Assistant Dean/Dean to revise admissions policies and guidelines, make adjustments to administrative procedures, gather data, and write reports. 
10. Report to the Assistant Dean/Dean and keep him/her appraised of the admissions process. 
11. In the absence of an Asst. Dean, work with the Dean and the Admissions Committee to develop and administer policies and procedures to award scholarships and review applications. 

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Master’s degree 
2. Two or more years of experience in higher education or admissions 
3. Understanding of statistics, admissions requirements and procedures, school funding, and financial aid application processes. 
4. Ability to analyze and interpret information. 
5. Strong interpersonal, presentation, networking, and verbal and written communication skills. 
6. Proficiency with computers.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Juris Doctorate.
2. Experience in law school admissions.
3. Sales and marketing skills.

Benefits

University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits. These benefits are administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Service (CMS). These benefits include: Health Insurance plans (HMOs, OAPs, QCHP and CDHP), Dental Insurance, Vision Plan, Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Supplemental Long Term Disability (LTD), Flex Spending Accounts, MCAP and DCAP, and 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan.

Eligible employees are required to participate in the State Universities Retirement System (SURS). SURS is the retirement administrator for employees in public higher education in the State of Illinois.

1. Other benefits available to eligible employees include: Generous paid time-off, 403(b) Supplemental Retirement Plans, Employee Assistance Program and a Tuition Waiver Program.

Southern Illinois University Carbondale is a Carnegie Doctoral Research University offering 200 undergraduate degrees, minors and specializations, 79 master’s degrees, and 40 doctoral degrees. Our main campus is 1,136 acres, with additional acreage in University Farms, Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center, and other facilities. The university is an essential part of the city of Carbondale and an important contributor to the culture of the entire region. While Carbondale includes many of the amenities of urban life, it retains its small-town flavor. Cost of living is considerably lower in the region than similar areas elsewhere, and many employees commute from nearby counties. 

The Southern Illinois region is distinct from the rest of the state, boasting considerable natural beauty including the Shawnee National Forest, many state parks, national wildlife areas, and several lakes beloved for recreation. Local foods are readily available in the area, with a variety of eateries and a growing specialized food truck presence. The area is home to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, an official wine appellation designation. The wineries extend the cultural reach of the community, hosting live music and continual art exhibits. The campus itself is a microcosm of the area, with a lake and forest on campus, as well as traditional collegiate architecture, quad, and residential halls. Students enjoy outdoor study areas as well as specialized computer labs scattered across campus, including in the three million volume Morris Library. To learn about employee benefits and find resources about Carbondale and the Southern Illinois region, visit: https://jobs.siu.edu/.

SIU Carbondale, member of the SIU System, is an anti-racist community that opposes racism, discrimination and inequity in any form, and embraces diversity, inclusion, equity, and justice for all people.

SIU Carbondale is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans that strives to enhance its ability to develop a diverse faculty and staff and to increase its potential to serve a diverse student population. All applications are welcomed and encouraged and will receive consideration.